Villa Astra, built in 1905, by the architect Atilio Maguolo, is typical of the seafront villas and summer residences commissioned by rich industrialists and merchants in Lovran at the turn of the 20th century. Set in a garden of palms, oaks and laurel, this lovely Venetian Gothic villa, with its terraces and balustraded balconies, was renovated and restored by its present owners in 2002. Perhaps the villa's most striking features are the exquisite ornamental details of the facade and windows, and the italiante loggia on the upper floor overlooking the pool and gardens. Spacious interiors, polished hardwood floors, rich fabrics and harmonious colours make for an eclectic blend of old world elegance and contemporary design. Inspired by portraits of the Emperor Franz Joseph, the Austrian Room, Croatian Room and Hungarian Room combine graceful dining and innovative gourmet cuisine. This exquisite boutique hotel features a wellness area and outdoor heated pool.
6 double rooms (SAT TV, heating/cooling system, internet connection, safe), all with full ensuite bathrooms (WC, shower, bathtub), some rooms with balcony or terrace, all with sea and garden views • Breakfast • À la carte restaurant with 3 dining rooms • Reception area bar • Wellness area • Sun terrace • Heated outdoor pool • Open bar • Direct access to beach • Walled garden • Parking • Approx. driving times: Airports: Pula: 1 hr; Rijeka: 45 mins; Trieste: 2 hrs; Zagreb: 2.5 hrs, Ljubljana: 2.5 hrs • Approx. walking times: Shops, cafés, bars, restaurants: 5 mins • Beach: 1 min
Price includes: 7 nights BB at Hotel Villa Astra • Private cookery course and market visit • Lunch at a rural farmhouse • Guided city and nature walk • Slow food dinner with wine • Gourmet picnic lunch • Relevant transfers • Car hire • Taxes • Gourmet Notes
N.B. Price does not include flights. Please contact us for further info regarding flights.
*Prices may differ depending on size of party and departure date
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